Ocean Import Freight Forwarder - Seattle

Dsv Air & Sea SAU; Kent (WA); On-site; USD 33,888 - 42,361; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

FSAs

HSAs

Disability insurance

401(k) plan (5% match)

Paid time off

Paid company holidays

Job summary

DSV Air & Sea Inc. in Seattle, WA is seeking a Freight Forwarder, Ocean Import to manage the importation of goods by ocean, including customs clearance, carrier booking, cargo tracking and delivery to the final destination.

You will coordinate with carriers, customs brokers, and trucking companies to ensure timely delivery, track shipments, prepare documentation, and maintain compliance with trade laws and regulations.

Qualifications

• Prior experience in freight forwarding, logistics, or a related field is preferred
• Experience in ocean imports is highly desirable

Responsibilities

• Manage the importation of goods by ocean, including customs clearance and delivery to the final destination
• Coordinate with carriers, customs brokers, and trucking companies to ensure timely delivery of goods
• Track shipments and provide updates to customers as needed
• Prepare and submit required documentation for customs clearance, including commercial invoices, bills of lading, and other relevant paperwork
• Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and laws, including customs regulations and trade laws
• Manage relationships with customers and provide exceptional customer service

Skills

Ocean freight knowledge

Customs regulations

Carrier coordination

English fluency

Communication skills

Tools

Microsoft Office

Logistics software

Job description

DSV Air & Sea Inc. in Seattle, WA is seeking a Freight Forwarder, Ocean Import to manage the importation of goods by ocean, including customs clearance, carrier booking, cargo tracking and delivery to the final destination.

You will coordinate with carriers, customs brokers, and trucking companies to ensure timely delivery, track shipments, prepare documentation, and maintain compliance with trade laws and regulations.